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South Carolina Bill of Sale Forms

The South Carolina bill of sale form creates an authenticating document to verify, in writing, the events leading up to the exchange of a property item for a monetary amount. This contract attests to the change in ownership of a piece of property upon agreement and endorsement. It can additionally be used down the line as evidence of ownership to register if necessary.

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The South Carolina bill of sale form creates an authenticating document to verify, in writing, the events leading up to the exchange of a property item for a monetary amount. This contract attests to the change in ownership of a piece of property upon agreement and endorsement. It can additionally be used down the line as evidence of ownership to register if necessary.

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Bill of Sale Types

Motor Vehicle (DMV) Bill of Sale Form – To be utilized when selling or buying a motor vehicle.

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Boat (Vessel) Bill of Sale Form – Authorizes the transfer of a vessel for a predetermined consideration amount.

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Firearm (Gun) Bill of Sale Form – Declares pertinent information surrounding the sale of a firearm.

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How to Register a Vehicle

Go to an SCDMV branch office to title & register the vehicle.

  • Bill of Sale (Form 403 1) / Buyer’s Order: Required for all title transactions and must show the total sale price of the vehicle minus any trade-in value. The buyer’s signature is required.
  • Infrastructure Maintenance Fee Payment: Required if applicable.
  • Statement of Vehicle Operation in South Carolina (Form TI-006): Required if applicable, only when you do not have a South Carolina driver’s license or ID.
  • Title Application (Form 400): Must be completed.
  • Title Fee
  • Title Signed Over to You as the Buyer: The price and odometer reading at the time of sale must be included on the back of the title. If they are not, the bill of sale is required.

Out-of-State Purchase

Notes

  • A vehicle can be titled without being registered.

Source: South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (Titles)

How to Register a Boat

To register, travel to one of the DNR’s boating office locations and submit the following:

  • Bill of Sale, including a description, date, seller’s signature, and purchase price.
  • Completed and signed Watercraft/Outboard Motor Application
  • Fees and casual excise tax, if applicable.
  • Hull Identification Number / motor serial number picture or pencil tracing.
  • Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin, if the boat is new.
  • Original title, completed and signed, if the boat or motor was previously titled.
  • Paid property tax receipt, if purchased from a South Carolina owner with South Carolina titles.

Out-of-State Purchase

  • Hull Identification Number / motor serial number picture or pencil tracing.
  • Original out-of-state title, if the boat came from a title state.
  • Out-of-state registration card, if available or required to prove prior registration.

South Carolina assesses a late fee if it has been more than 30 days since the boat or motor was purchased, with a higher late fee after 60 days. A temporary certificate of number may be used for up to 60 days from the date of purchase while the application is being processed.

Source: South Carolina DNR (Title and Register a Watercraft or Outboard Motor)

Register a Firearm

South Carolina does not have a universal registration requirement.

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